Profit (that's his real given name) has been running Profit
Investment Management since 1997. He began working as a
broker back in 1994 and had stints at Legg Mason and Securities
America, according to
FINRA records (PDF).

While his firm does not work directly with individual retail
investors, Mr. Profit said he understands that delayed
gratification often is the greatest obstacle for those who are
new to the world of stocks and bonds.

"Let's say you have $5,000 and the portfolio pays 10
percent," he said. "If I tell you it becomes $10,000 in a little
over seven years, you're not too excited about that. But the same
principle works with larger amounts, such as $100,000.

"The trick is if you get started with the smaller amount, it
opens the door for larger returns down the road. A lot of people
don't get started or they don't stick with it."